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“GARDEN ROCKS” CONCERT SERIES RETURNS TO 2017 EPCOT INTERNATIONAL FLOWER AND GARDEN FESTIVAL

The America Gardens Theatre will once again come alive with some of the best music from the 1960s, ‘70s, ‘80s and ‘90s as the 2017 Epcot® International Flower & Garden Festival presents the “Garden Rocks” concert series at Walt Disney World® Resort. And, for the first time this year performances are scheduled not just Friday through Sunday, but every Monday, too!

“Garden Rocks,” brings  favorite stars from the rock and pop history to Epcot. Returning favorites like Herman’s Hermits starring Peter Noone and The Spinners join brand new artists like Berlin featuring Terri Nunn.

Poised to be one of the best ever, this year’s line-up shakes out like this:

  • March 3-4 – Jon Secada – “Just Another Day
  • March 5-6 – Dennis DeYoung – The Music of STYX – “Grand Illusion
  • March 10-13 – Pointer Sisters – “I’m So Excited
  • March 17-18 – Simple Plan – “Welcome to My Life” – NEW
  • March 19-20 – Plain White T’s – “Hey There Delilah
  • March 24-27 – Night Ranger – “Sister Christian
  • March 31-April 3 – Little River Band – “Reminiscing
  • April 7-10 – Blood, Sweat & Tears featuring Bo Bice – “Spinning Wheel
  • April 14-17 – Gin Blossoms – “Hey Jealousy
  • April 21-24 – The Orchestra starring former members of ELO – “Evil Woman
  • April 28-29 – Exposé – “Point of No Return” – NEW
  • April 30-May 1 – Berlin featuring Terri Nunn – “Take My Breath Away” – NEW
  • May 5-8 – STARSHIP starring Mickey Thomas – “We Built This City
  • May 12-15 – The Guess Who – “American Woman
  • May 19-22 – Herman’s Hermits starring Peter Noone – “I’m Henry VIII, I Am
  • May 26-29 – The Spinners – “Working My Way Back To You

“Garden Rocks” concert performances are held each Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday of the Festival. Show times are at 5:30 p.m., 6:45 p.m. & 8 p.m. each night. Concerts are included with regular park admission to Epcot.

Stay tuned to Disney Travel News for more details about this year’s Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival!

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RESERVATIONS NOW OPEN FOR DISNEY CALIFORNIA ADVENTURE FOOD & WINE FESTIVAL PREMIUM EVENTS

When the Disney California Adventure® Food & Wine Festival returns to Disneyland® Resort March 10-April 16, 2017, the festival will host hundreds of events, seminars and demonstrations. Here’s a look at the superstar chefs, wineries and breweries that will be partaking in the 2017 premium events.

The popular “In the Kitchen with…” series debuts for the 2017 Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival. Guests can catch favorite celebrity chefs Guy Fieri, Robert Irvine, Cat Cora, G. Garvin, Graham Elliot and Jet Tila demonstrate their skills in the kitchen, try a tasting menu created by the chef and even get an autograph! Cost is $99 per person, plus tax and gratuity.

The popular Sweet Sundays events are back! Celebrity pastry chefs Duff Goldman, Emily Ellyn and Keegan Gerhard will demonstrate how to make some of their delectable desserts. Cost is $79 per person, plus tax and gratuity.

Winemaker Dinners highlight wines from California vintners Duckhorn Vineyards and Flora Springs Winery, with a four-course meal carefully selected to enhance the flavor of the wine. While guests dine, they will enjoy insights and inspiration behind the pairings by a knowledgeable winemaker. Cost is $150 per person, plus tax and gratuity.

A special Winemaker Dinner featuring Disney Family of Wines includes Fess Parker Winery, GoGi Wines, Lasseter Family Winery and Silverado Vineyards. The wineries at this event each have a special connection to the Disney legacy. Cost is $200 per person, plus tax and gratuity.

New to this year’s festival, Brewmaster Beer Dinners feature prix fixe dinners where hand-selected beers from California-based breweries will be paired and served with a four-course specialty menu prepared by Disney chefs. Knowledgeable brewmasters present each beer and describe the chef’s inspiration for the pairing. Cost is $150 per person, plus tax and gratuity.

There are plenty of other ways to take part in the 2017 Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival! Your Clients can learn cooking techniques and get sample tastings during informative Culinary Demonstrations by talented local, visiting and Disneyland Resort chefs. Plus, they can quench their thirst for knowledge with engaging Beverage Seminars, which feature informative, guided tastings of wine, beer or spirits. And, lids ages 3-11 can partake in the return of a complimentary, hands-on experience called Jr. Chef, which will take place daily.

Events taking place March 10-April 1, 2017 are now available to book, and reservations will continue to become available 60 days prior to each event’s date.

Separate admission to Disney California Adventure Park is required and is not included with the cost of signature events. Space is limited for all ticketed events; advance reservations are recommended. Full payment may be due at time of booking, and cancellation fees may apply. No refunds, credit or date or time changes. Guests must be 21 years of age or over to consume alcohol; valid photo ID required. Events and demonstrations are subject to change or cancellation without notice.

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MAKING WAY FOR THE NBA EXPERIENCE: DISNEYQUEST AT DISNEY SPRINGS TO CLOSE JULY 3

Disney’s multi-year transformation of Disney Springs™ is continuing, as they bring new experiences to the West Side Neighborhood, including The NBA Experience at Walt Disney World® Resort. To make way for this basketball-themed experience, the West Side area will be undergoing changes – beginning with the closure of DisneyQuest on July 3, 2017.

Until July 3, DisneyQuest will continue to offer a great interactive experience for guests. Disney fans of classic arcade game favorites and virtual worlds featured at the indoor theme park are invited to come out and enjoy the experiences.

The NBA Experience at Walt Disney World Resort will be a one-of-a-kind basketball-themed experience featuring hands-on activities that put guests of all ages right in the middle of NBA game action. There will be immersive NBA video productions and numerous interactive experiences, as well as a restaurant and a retail store.

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FLORIDA RESIDENTS ENJOY 3 DAYS OF THEME PARK FUN FOR $139 PLUS TAX WITH THE DISCOVER DISNEY TICKET

There is a world like no other world…full of new adventures and beloved classics. And now for a limited time, Florida Residents can experience endless magic in a Walt Disney World® Theme Park for 3 days with the Discover Disney Ticket—just $139, plus tax! Visit one Theme Park per day now through June 9, 2017.

Contact Travel Agents, Scott and Becky Donahue, of Wish Upon a Star With Us to order tickets and book your vacation.

Ticket valid 1/4 – 6/9/17. Not valid 5/27 – 6/9/17 at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park. One Theme Park per day. Proof of Florida residency required. Ticket is nontransferable and excludes activities/events separately priced. Must be purchased by 6/5/17.

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Photos – Construction Tarp Covering Main Street Train Station at Magic Kingdom

Take a look at the Construction Tarp Covering Main Street Train Station at Magic Kingdom. You have to look extremely close to even realize it is a tarp covering the entire station.

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Photos – Inside Rizzo’s Deluxe Supreme Banquet Hall at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

For guests who are unfamiliar with Pizzerizzo at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, this is the newly themed location that previously housed Toy Story Pizza Planet.

One cool side area of Pizzerizzo is Rizzo’s Deluxe Supreme Banquet Hall.  It is located at the top of the stairs and if you like cheesy wedding reception/banquet hall dining make sure to eat in this area.  It features a dance floor (yes we have seen people dance on it) along with classic 70’s and 80’s music.

Here are some photos of the area.

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Photos – Pizzerizzo Exterior at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

Check out the Pizzerizzo Exterior at Disney’s Hollywood Studios.  Do you guys like it better than Toy Story Pizza Planet?  Let us know on Twitter.

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Photo – Mickey & Minnie Topiaries at Entrance of Disney’s Hollywood Studios

Take a look at the Mickey & Minnie Topiaries at Entrance of Disney’s Hollywood Studios. What a great spot for a photo!!

 

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Disneys Updated Magic Kingdom Mornings Could Completely Change Your Visit

Having the quintessential Magic Kingdom morning is an artform. Set the alarm for 5am, rally the family to get out the door, and wait patiently!in front of the Disney World park. Soon, Mickey and Minnie arrive on a steam train alongside beloved Disney characters, officially opening the park while guests shuffle in behind cast members.

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